The stage version of Edward Scissorhands arrives at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking, this month – from Tuesday January 13 to Saturday January 17.

Devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, Edward Scissorhands is a part of the New Adventures repertoire that has carved a place in the hearts of people across the world since its premiere in 2005.

Taking a fresh look at a modern fairytale, this production is based on Tim Burton’s classic film and features the music by Terry Davies including themes from the motion picture by Danny Elfman.

It’s a touching bittersweet story of a boy created by a lonely inventor who dies leaving him alone and unfinished.

Left with only scissors for hands, Edward must find his place in a suburban world where the well-meaning community struggles to see past his appearance to discover the innocence and gentleness within.

The iconic title role will be played by New Adventures stars, Dominic North and Liam Mower.

North has played leading roles in productions including Nutcracker!, The Car Man, Early Adventures and Swan Lake.

He recently created the role of Leo in Sleeping Beauty and will soon appear as Ralph in Lord of the Flies.

He returns to Edward Scissorhands having made his debut in the role at the Sydney Opera House in 2007.

Mower is the Olivier award-winning original star of the West End hit Billy Elliot. This will be his fifth show for New Adventures having most recently been seen as Count Lilac in Sleeping Beauty and The Prince in Swan Lake. His other credits include Nutcracker! and Play Without Words.

Playing Edward’s sweetheart, Kim Boggs, will be Ashley Shaw and Katy Lowenhoff.

Shaw has played the principal roles of Aurora in Sleeping Beauty, Sugar in Nutcracker! and the title role in Cinderella.

Lowenhoff has played Clara in Nutcracker! and Hibernia in Sleeping Beauty.

Matthew Bourne said: “In 2005 I achieved a long-time ambition to bring Edward Scissorhands to the stage, and I am proud that New Adventures remains the only company globally to present this contemporary fairy tale classic.

“I remain supremely grateful to the original creators of the beloved movie, Tim Burton, Danny Elfman, and Caroline Thompson for their continued trust, support and openness in allowing us to develop this wonderful cinematic classic for another medium..”